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Saturday, August 22, 2026

Return to Jungle Jim's International Market

 Good morning,

We made another trip out to Jungle Jim's International Market for Kjell to pick up some flavors from his home country, Norway. 

 It is amazing to just walk through this huge store to see all of the food items from around the world.

 When we got home, Kjell made Norwegian Beef/Pork Meat Cakes (we'd call them meat balls here in the USA) with traditional Norwegian spices.  It's the Nutmeg that makes the difference.  There are many recipes for Norwegian Meat Cakes on line.

In Norway, the peas are mashed, the potatoes are boiled and served with sour cream.

It is a delicious meal!  Kjell always makes enough meat cakes to freeze some for quick meals in the future.

Enjoy!

Lois

Friday, August 21, 2026

Tagliatelle from Giovanni's Kitchen

 Good morning,

Our friend Erica enjoyed this Tagliatelle from Giovanni's Kitchen aboard Independence of the Seas.

That looks go good I wish I could get some carryout for dinner here at home tonight!

*sigh*

Lois

Thursday, August 20, 2026

World Cup Cupcakes

 Good morning,

Catherine and Erica were traveling during the World Cup Games last month.  

The chefs on board Independence of the Seas prepared a beautiful display of cupcakes for guests to enjoy.  It seems Erica got there in time to get a picture before the cupcakes were consumed by hungry guests!

Fun and yummy, too!

Enjoy,

Lois

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Steak Salad - Independence of the Seas

 Good morning,

This is a steak salad that our friend Erica enjoyed aboard Independence of the Seas.

 I'm so impressed with how much steak is on that salad!

Yum!

Enjoy,

Lois

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Wing Bridge - Independence of the Seas

 Good morning,

This the view of the Wing Bridge of Independence of the Seas that Catherine and Erica could see from their balcony.  

How fun to be able to watch the action!

Lois

Monday, August 17, 2026

Lamb Dinner in Chops

 Good morning,

This is the main course Lamb that Catherine enjoyed aboard Independence of the Seas.

Of course, there was a lovely salad, veggies, and dessert too.

I was never hungry while on a Royal Caribbean ship! 

 Yum!

Lois

Sunday, August 16, 2026

Summer Flowers in the Morning Sun

 Good morning,

Today's blossoms are just beautiful!   These are from seeds I sprinkled in a pot a few weeks ago.

 These are early morning images taken on my patio.

 It is just so lovely to be greeted by these beauties of Mother Nature.

Enjoy!

Lois